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Spirits of the Western Sky

Justin Hayward · 2013

67 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock

Melodic rock ballads intertwine with poetic storytelling, evoking a sense of nostalgia and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic introspection during afternoons
  • dynamic storytelling with emotional depth
  • wave-like pacing for reflective moods
  • captivating melodies for quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2013, Justin Hayward, known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of The Moody Blues, released 'Spirits of the Western Sky' as his first studio album in over a decade. This album followed his previous solo effort, 'The View from the Hill' in 1996, marking a return to his solo career amidst ongoing work with The Moody Blues.
Stylistic neighbors
Mike Oldfield· The Moody Blues· Yes

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 In Your Blue Eyes 4:10
  • 2 One Day, Someday 4:27
  • 3 The Western Sky 6:56
  • 4 The Eastern Sun 4:15
  • 5 On the Road to Love 3:36
  • 6 Lazy Afternoon 3:56
  • 7 In the Beginning 3:41
  • 8 It's Cold Outside of Your Heart 4:03
  • 9 What You Resist Persists 4:34
  • 10 Broken Dream 5:56
  • 11 Captivated by You 3:54
  • 12 One Day, Someday (alternative, extended version) 6:19
  • 13 Rising 0:23
  • 14 Out There Somewhere 2:46
  • 15 Out There Somewhere (Raul Rincon remix) 8:19

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